1989 Rover Montego vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego. 1997 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | XM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
